Achiote Paste Recipe

Name: Achiote Paste
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Annatto Seeds; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon ground Black Pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons whole Allspice Berries; 2 tablespoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground Nutmeg; 2 tablespoons minced Garlic; 1/2 cup bitter orange juice (or alternative citrus); 1/4 cup Water (or more, as needed)

Elevate your cooking with this vibrant, homemade achiote paste! A family heirloom recipe, this easy-to-make paste is infinitely better than anything you'll find in the store. Perfect for adding authentic flavor to your cochinita pibil (see recipe here: http://www.recipezaar.com/229460), this recipe is also freezable for future use. Unlock the secrets of authentic Mexican cuisine – make your dishes sing with this simple, yet incredibly flavorful achiote paste!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 3.5 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Achiote Paste

1/2 cup Annatto Seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons ground Cumin
1 teaspoon ground Black Pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons whole Allspice Berries
2 tablespoons Salt
1/2 teaspoon ground Nutmeg
2 tablespoons minced Garlic
1/2 cup bitter orange juice (or alternative citrus)
1/4 cup Water (or more, as needed)

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How to Make Achiote Paste

Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender.
Blend until a smooth paste forms. Scrape down the sides as needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. You may want to add more citrus or a pinch of salt.
Transfer the paste to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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